Polestar, a young Swedish electric car company, is serious about operating sustainably. Transparent communication, clear targets and concrete progress are the keys to the brand’s success and the health of our planet. Becoming truly climate-neutral means eliminating all greenhouse gas emissions across our operations, and all phases of Polestar cars’ life cycles. This includes emissions […]
– Join us in a cross-theme workshop to identify and describe the milestones needed for a large implementation of electromobility. The sustainable transport of the future will require a substantial part of the transport system being electrified. Sweden has an important role in making this happen. What is needed, what are the milestones ahead? The […]
SEC offers the opportunity to participate in a question-and-answer session regarding the open call for projects. Take the chance to ask your questions about call formalities online on March 15 at 11-12 am. Sign up here: https://ui.ungpd.com/Surveys/f9d67aea-8d37-4e3b-960f-924d99def3d5 DEADLINE for sign-up is 14 MARCH at 13.00.
Are you a decision-maker, researcher or an expert in business or the public sector, or in other ways working towards a fossil-free mobility sector? Welcome to a conference where we will examine the intersection of business, technology, research and policy, seeking collaborative strategies and innovative solutions in turning the global emission targets into a tangible […]
Please click the link below to join the webinar: https://kth-se.zoom.us/j/66394762814 Detailed agenda: 14:00-14:30: Data-driven battery modelling using LPV models (Tijs Donkers) Abstract: In this talk, I will present our latest results on data-driven battery modelling using linear parameter-varying models. In general, any data-driven modelling activity can be divided into the following steps: (i) selection of […]
It is a common saying that writing is 90 % procrastination and 30 % panic (and perhaps 20 % being bad at maths). The purpose of the SEC PhD Writing Bootcamp is to move beyond this view by learning methods for productive writing. Background Most PhD students say that their greatest challenges with writing […]
This open online seminar with theme Environment & Society will focus on the electrification and use of alternative fuels for the propulsion of ships. We welcome two invited speakers to share their insight from work in the ongoing transition away from fossil fuel use in the marine sector. First speaker: Selma Brynolf, Chalmers Title: […]
Theme 2 is arranging a workshop to discuss the road map of Theme 2. The development in the area is so rapid that it is high time to analyse the challenges we foresee in the future and discuss how they can be integrated into the road map. The workshop is mainly for members of Theme […]
About Tayana Ortix Lopes Tayana is a PhD student at the Supply and Operations Management division focusing on the research of circular supply chains for electric vehicle batteries at Chalmers University of Technology. MSc in Logistics and Supply Chain Management from Cranfield University (UK). She acquired 4+ years of international experience in the logistics industry […]
Electrical machines are one of the key components in all types of electrified vehicles, since they are responsible for converting the electrical energy into mechanical, thus creating movement. In theme 2 we have several active projects focusing on different aspects of electrical machines, and in this seminar, we will get to know te latest advancements […]
VTI bjuder in till workshop inom projektet ”Data REgulation And electroMobility” (DREAM). Projektet är finansierat inom Swedish Electromobility Centre (SEC) och undersöker hur EU-reglering på områdena datadelning, cybersäkerhet och AI kan komma att påverka elektromobilitetsindustrin. Under tillfället kommer projektgruppen från VTI att presentera projektresultat gällande databehov vid fordonsladdning samt NIS 2 och det svenska förslaget […]
Alvier mechatronic's Sustainability Day where you can look forward to interesting presentations on eDrive solutions for a more sustainable future. There is a limited number of seats. Visit their website for more information and participation: https://www.alviermechatronics.com/company/news When: 2024-05-21 / 12.30 – 17.00 PM Where: Henckels Torg 3, Helsingborg, Sweden Speakers: // Volvo Trucks // Lund […]
Theme 1, Intelligent Vehicles and Systems, is organizing a workshop on motion resistance modeling. This topic, encompassing rolling resistance, air resistance, and grade resistance, is of significant importance to electromobility as it affects the driving range of the vehicle. Over the past few years, numerous models for characterizing rolling and air resistance have emerged. The […]
Theme 3, Energy Storage, invites you to an online workshop. Sodium based batteries are promising candidates to mitigate the resource scarcity and cost of Lithium based batteries. In this workshop we investigate the current status of sodium-based batteries for automotive applications and pinpoint the challenges for their widespread deployment. Agenda 13:00-13:20 Aram Hall […]
Swedish Electromobility Centre and the SEC Doctoral Student Network are happy to invite doctoral students from the SEC Doctoral Student Network and the SEC industrial partners to the Summer School which focuses on Components and System Studies for Electromobility, with an emphasis on electric battery and fuel cell vehicles. This time it will take place […]
Electrical machine topologies have been traditionally limited by the manufacturing methods available. The electric steel laminations normally used to minimize core losses make geometries other than 2D extruded difficult and expensive to manufacture. In the same way, the layout of the windings is also limited by both the wire geometry and size, as well as […]
For the fourth year in a row, the SEC Theme 4 Environment & Society proudly presents a set of MSc. projects conducted within the different partner organizations. This year’s projects concern environmental and societal aspects of electromobility, such as the preparation of airports for refueling electric aircraft, the distribution of charging points for road based transports, onboard […]
Welcome to an event where master theses related to Theme 1, Intelligent Vehicles and Systems, will be presented. The theses were conducted during the spring semester of 2024 with either our academic partners or industrial partners. Each thesis project is presented for 15 minutes, including Q&A. When 09:00-12:00 on 18 June […]
Theme 5, Vehicle–Grid Interaction, invites the SEC partners to a workshop. EV:s have a promising potential to provide flexibility services to the grid. This workshop focus on possibilities and challanges from a user perspective. The workshop starts with a presentation from Zeekr followed by a discussion. Date 18 June Time […]
Welcome to E-mobility Day, SEC’s yearly partner lunch to lunch conference on 27-28 August at Konsert & Kongress in Linköping. This event gives you an insight into the latest electromobility research, results from ongoing projects within the centre, and learnings from strategic research areas for electromobility. We welcome all our partners to this lunch to […]
On 11 September, the SEC Doctoral Network welcomes Henrik Engdahl from Volvo Trucks for our 2024 Network Webinar fall semester series. The talk is entitled “Who is who in electric trucking?” Link to the webinar will be provided one day before (inserted directly in the calendar invite). Who is Henrik Engdahl? Henrik Engdahl is […]
Here is an invitation to colleagues in the electrical machines' community, primarily to Theme (2) Electric Drives & Charging, but anyone in SEC are welcome to participate. The ICEM '24 conference was succesfully held in Torino the first week of September. Given the importance of the conference we invite you to an online workshop […]
On 2 October, the SEC Doctoral Network welcomes Dr. Nils-Gunnar Vågstedt from Scania for our 2024 Network Webinar fall semester series. The talk is entitled “30 years of persistence. Reflections and outlook from my contribution to innovation”. Who is Nils-Gunnar Vågstedt? In a few months 30 years pass since Nils-Gunnar defended his PhD in […]
Join us for an SEC cross-theme workshop on Smart Charging. We will gain valuable insights into the SCALE Project from the V2G/Smart Charging project leader at Utrecht, Gertjan Geurts, and from the work conducted in cooperation with Utrecht University and other partners in the Utrecht smart charging eco-system. The presentation will include: - An overview […]
Energy Storage, Theme 3, is pleased to invite you to a workshop at SEEL in Borås entitled "Battery Safety Research and Testing" with a visit to the SEEL battery-safety-lab. SEC Workshop Theme (3) Energy Storage Program Date 9 October 2024 Time 09:00-16:00 Location RISE/SEEL, […]
Axial-flux machines are a relatively uncommon type of electrical machines in which the magnetic field propagates along the axial direction rather than the radial direction, as in most common machine types. Compared to radial-flux machines, axial-flux machines are usually shorter but wider, sometimes referred to as "pancake motors" because of their shape. They can achieve […]
On 6 November, the SEC Doctoral Network welcomes Magnus Granström from SAFER for our 2024 Network Webinar fall semester series. The talk is entitled “SAFER, the one and only collaboration platform for Road Safety in Sweden”. This webinar is carefully crafted to support understanding of the role of platforms and networks like SAFER have […]
Are you interested in the future of vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technology? Join us for an insightful webinar where we delve into the PAVE project, focusing on collaboration, practical implementation, and sustainable business models. Arranged by Theme (5) Vehicle–Grid Interatcion. What You’ll Learn • How we prioritise customer focus • Strategies for connecting to the grid […]
This seminar is included in the activities organized by the newly created SEC focus group on Resilience in an electrified and digitalized transport system. The aim of this group is to raise awareness and improve knowledge on the topic of resilience among SEC partners, and to identify key people within SEC working with resilience and […]
Welcome to an open online seminar held by Theme (4) Environment and Society. Guest speaker is Patrick Plötz from Fraunhofer Institute for Systems and Innovation Research ISI in Germany. Both battery and hydrogen fuel cell trucks are options for zero emission road freight. In the presentation, Plötz will present and discuss arguments for and […]
On 6 December, SEC Doctoral Network invites all its members and doctoral students from partner universities of Swedish Electromobility Center to a study visit at Scania in Södertälje. Information about Scania Group Scania is a world leading provider of transport solutions with more than 58,000 employees in more than 100 countries. Together with our partners and customers […]
Join us for an insightful workshop jointly organised by the Swedish Electromobility Center (SEC) and Batteries Sweden (BASE). Agenda Highlights Opening Remarks by Changfu Zou (Chalmers) Talk 1: "Model-based battery manufacturing process optimization and control" by Mona Faraji Niri (Warwick University) Talk 2: "Smart battery - A new technology" by Prof. Remus Teodorescu (Aalborg University) […]
On 5 February, the SEC Doctoral Network welcomes Per Gyllenspetz for our 2025 Network Webinars spring semester series. The talk is entitled ”Why making much lighter cars is a good idea”. This webinar lecture character is an experienced based outlook on the future of Electrical Vehicles and Mobility. The focus is creativity and action, i.e. […]
The Swedish Electromobility Centre (SEC) invites Magnus Jansson, Senior expert in electrical drives at Alstom, to give a lunch seminar entitled “Leading the way to greener and smarter mobility solutions”. During the seminar, Magnus will talk about Alstom's mission and vision moving forward. The event will take place only on location and lunch will be […]
Welcome to an open online seminar held by Theme (4) Environment and Society. Guest speaker is Patrick Plötz from Fraunhofer Institute for Systems and Innovation Research ISI in Germany, and the title is "Future of Truck Electrification in Europe: Megawatt and Depot Charging". The decarbonization of road freight transport is pivotal for Europe’s climate […]
Due to high interest in the previous webinar and a technical issue streaming our webinar for all participants, on 5th of March, the SEC Doctoral Network welcomes again Per Gyllenspetz for a continued talk on ”Why making much lighter cars is a good idea”. This webinar lecture character is an experienced based outlook on the […]
Charging infrastructure is undoubtably a key enabler of electrification. Linking two critical infrastructure systems together, the electric power system and the transport system, charging infrastructure affects almost every aspect of electromobility at both system and vehicle levels: resilience and reliability, operational efficiency (logistics), energy efficiency, vehicle configuration, cost (both CAPEX and OPEX), etc. Moreover, charging […]
Welcome to a workshop to discuss how inverter and electric drive verification will be done in the future. The workshop will cover development processes and skills that will be needed in the future. An important part is the equipment that will be needed for practical evaluation. During the workshop both industry and academia have the […]
On 7 May, the SEC Doctoral Student Network welcomes Anita Bongards and Gabriel Domingues from BorgWarner Inc for the 2025 Network Webinar spring semester series. The talk is entitled “Advances in Electrically Excited Motors from a performance and sustainability perspective” About the speakers Anita Bongards works in the Advanced Simulation and Data Analysis team […]
Do you want to simulate electric vehicles, without building a model from scratch? Then this is your opportunity. The ElectroChemical Commercial Vehicle (ECCV) simulation platform has been developed over several years where projects have investigated different aspects of fuel cell and battery electric vehicles, the elements of these aspects have been integrated into a library […]